In short
- 1P = one hour, 2P = two hours, 4P, and a plain P = unlimited. The clock starts when you arrive.
- Paid zones: $2.00 to $9.00 an hour for Meters up to 4 hours, in the EasyPark app or at the meter.
- Outside the hours on the sign, parking is free and unrestricted. Time limits and payment do not apply on gazetted public holidays. A holiday moved to a Monday applies on that Monday. Multi-storey car parks charge Sunday fees.
- Time starts the moment you stop in the bay, even if you stay in the car. You must leave the bay and the zone when the limit is up, and paying again does not reset the time.
The P number
| Sign | Means |
|---|---|
| ½P | 30 minutes |
| 1P | 1 hour |
| 2P | 2 hours |
| 4P | 4 hours |
| P | Time limit as shown on the sign |
Time starts the moment you stop in the bay, even if you stay in the car. You must leave the bay and the zone when the limit is up, and paying again does not reset the time.
Paid zones
A sign that says Ticket, Meter or Ticket/Phone means you pay during the hours shown. City of Hobart takes payment in the EasyPark app.
Pay at the meter or in the EasyPark app, where you can top up, get expiry alerts and end a session early. Adding payment does not reset the time limit.
| Area | Rate |
|---|---|
| Meters up to 4 hours | $2.00 to $9.00 an hour |
| 8 and 10 hour meters | $1.00 to $5.00 an hour |
| Queens Domain and Regatta Ground voucher | $1.00 to $5.00 an hour, up to $6.00 a day |
Ranges from the City of Hobart 2026-27 Fees and Charges (updated 14 July 2026); the rate depends on the zone. Check the meter or EasyPark app.
When it is free
Other free parking in Hobart
- On-street restrictions do not apply on gazetted public holidays
- Outside the hours printed on the sign, the council's example signs show no limit
Hours and public holidays
Hours are printed on each sign or meter, so read the sign. Council examples include 9am to 6pm Monday to Friday for a 30-minute meter. Outside the signed hours the example signs show no time limit.
Time limits and payment do not apply on gazetted public holidays. A holiday moved to a Monday applies on that Monday. Multi-storey car parks charge Sunday fees.
Other signs you'll see
| Sign | Means | Fine |
|---|---|---|
| No Parking | A short stop to pick up or drop off people or goods is allowed. | $102.50 |
| No Stopping | No stopping at all, except if traffic forces you to. | $153.75 |
| Clearway | No stopping in the signed hours. You can be fined and towed. | $153.75 |
| Loading Zone | Commercial vehicles only, 30 minute limit. | $102.50 |
| Disability parking | Current permit only, 2 hour limit 9am to 5pm daily. | $205 |
| Yellow edge line | No stopping at any time. | $153.75 |
No stopping within 20 m of traffic lights or 10 m of other intersections. Never stop on or across a driveway, footpath, nature strip or painted island. Leave 3 m from a dividing line and park within marked bays. Amounts and deadlines: Hobart parking fines, decoded.
Broken meters
EasyPark support is on 1300 734 070. The council's Customer Service Centre is at 16 Elizabeth St, Hobart, 8.15am to 5.15pm weekdays.
Good to know.
What does 2P mean on a parking sign?
Up to two hours during the times on the sign. 1P is one hour, 4P four, and a plain P is unlimited. Time starts the moment you stop in the bay, even if you stay in the car. You must leave the bay and the zone when the limit is up, and paying again does not reset the time.
How much is street parking in Hobart?
Meters up to 4 hours: $2.00 to $9.00 an hour. 8 and 10 hour meters: $1.00 to $5.00 an hour. Queens Domain and Regatta Ground voucher: $1.00 to $5.00 an hour, up to $6.00 a day. Ranges from the City of Hobart 2026-27 Fees and Charges (updated 14 July 2026); the rate depends on the zone. Check the meter or EasyPark app. Outside the hours on the sign parking is free.
Is there free parking in Hobart?
On-street restrictions do not apply on gazetted public holidays Outside the hours printed on the sign, the council's example signs show no limit
Do I need a ticket on a public holiday in Hobart?
Time limits and payment do not apply on gazetted public holidays. A holiday moved to a Monday applies on that Monday. Multi-storey car parks charge Sunday fees.
Officer near your car? You’ll know.
Tap I parked here on Rangr Dangr, set a 2P timer, and get a buzz if a neighbour reports an officer nearby.